Not being an anime fanboy, but i would like to see a map in japan/china. I want a new country, and US/Canada are not really wanted, russia has been used, middle east=Meh. Australia is possible, but it would have to be possible to overheat. South america is not populated enough IMO and africa, I don't really like. (not racist, just don't think it would work great). Just my two cents on the map question. The rest of your suggestions are good, except for lone wolf problems. You sir, have my beans.